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We received the very sad news that our friend, Gary Reagen, passed away on January 11th, after a tough fight with cancer.
Gary was one of the nicest guys in the league and we'll remember him for his big smile and easy laugh. Here are a few moments of Gary enjoying Domeball from back in December, 2017. You can read Gary's obituary and leave a message in his guest book here. |
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Wondering if we'll return to Domeball? So are we...
We are still in a COVID lockdown. We don't anticipate being able to return to Domeball anytime soon. Or perhaps at all, this year. We may not be able to put together a season until spring, but miracles happen! Stay tuned here and check your email often. You'll be one of the first 260 people in the league to hear the news! Until then, patience grasshopper!
Vaccination Update! (and other info from the Minnesota Dept of Health)
If you are older than 65, the state is beginning to roll out a limited number of vaccinations at sites around the state. This new expansion to those 65 and older will be available, beginning Tuesday, January 19th at Noon.
Here is a link to the State site with updated information.
https://mn.gov/covid19/vaccine/find-vaccine/index.jsp
Here is a link to the State site with updated information.
https://mn.gov/covid19/vaccine/find-vaccine/index.jsp
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Miss the dome? Relive it from home!
Remember the good old days of dome ball? You know, when masks were only worn to keep balls out of your face (that Sarvey loves to slide, doesn't he?). Over ten months ago, Gary Bingner was trying out a new Go Pro, which he attached to the back screen and let it run, uninterrupted, for over 20 minutes. (Just so you know, this isn't one of those high production value quick-cut videos. It's just a little window into our world...before the world went crazy. It seems so quaint now. The lack of social distancing. The maskless innocence. The occasional use of casual profanity. Those were the days. Enjoy!
Breaking News! (Well, slightly old news now, but still important...)
West Metro's Jim Nielsen and his COVID story were featured 7/24 on WCCO TV Sports!
Head here to watch the story...
Head here to watch the story...
Game Day Reminders
The Weather Stone - TEXT ALERTS HAVE RETURNED!
To get weather alerts to you quickly and conveniently, the weather stone will be back in use on the league website and the West Metro Facebook page. We have never called games during the Domeball season, but as a precaution, whenever the fields may be unplayable or the weather unbearable, we’ll try to have alerts posted and sent via email, Text Message, Facebook and the WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger alert systems by 7:45 a.m. If it’s an “Iffy” day, everyone in the league will receive an email alert and the weather stone will appear at the top of the league homepage. We'll also send messages to everyone that has signed up to receive them via Text, “WhatsApp” or “Facebook Messenger” alerts. To get those alerts, just Click HERE.
Note: If you choose to receive WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger alerts, you’ll need the correct app on your mobile phone. Instructions are on the sign-up page.
Domeball is played at the Holy Angels Academy StarDome. Maps and directions are available on our website: http://www.mnseniorsoftball.com/field-locations.html
Set-up & BP will begin at 8 a.m. - Please plan to arrive as close to 8 as possible to help setup and get checked in.
- Everyone at the park needs to have signed a liability waiver (including spectators- adults will sign waivers for any children attending)
- Everybody entering the park must have their temperature checked. Nobody with a temp over 100 degrees F will be admitted.
- Especially the first few days, while we see how this all works out, we're discouraging spectators at the park! Thanks for keeping the complications underwhelming.
Batting Practice starts at 8 a.m.
Game One will start at 8:30 a.m.
We will have Liability Waivers and Registration forms at the park.
Other Game-Day Notes:
Please bring the following to the ballpark every day.
The Weather Stone - TEXT ALERTS HAVE RETURNED!
To get weather alerts to you quickly and conveniently, the weather stone will be back in use on the league website and the West Metro Facebook page. We have never called games during the Domeball season, but as a precaution, whenever the fields may be unplayable or the weather unbearable, we’ll try to have alerts posted and sent via email, Text Message, Facebook and the WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger alert systems by 7:45 a.m. If it’s an “Iffy” day, everyone in the league will receive an email alert and the weather stone will appear at the top of the league homepage. We'll also send messages to everyone that has signed up to receive them via Text, “WhatsApp” or “Facebook Messenger” alerts. To get those alerts, just Click HERE.
Note: If you choose to receive WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger alerts, you’ll need the correct app on your mobile phone. Instructions are on the sign-up page.
Domeball is played at the Holy Angels Academy StarDome. Maps and directions are available on our website: http://www.mnseniorsoftball.com/field-locations.html
Set-up & BP will begin at 8 a.m. - Please plan to arrive as close to 8 as possible to help setup and get checked in.
- Everyone at the park needs to have signed a liability waiver (including spectators- adults will sign waivers for any children attending)
- Everybody entering the park must have their temperature checked. Nobody with a temp over 100 degrees F will be admitted.
- Especially the first few days, while we see how this all works out, we're discouraging spectators at the park! Thanks for keeping the complications underwhelming.
Batting Practice starts at 8 a.m.
Game One will start at 8:30 a.m.
We will have Liability Waivers and Registration forms at the park.
Other Game-Day Notes:
Please bring the following to the ballpark every day.
- A facemask or face gaiter
- You own supply of water. The water fountain will not be in operation!
- Hand Sanitizer
- A folding chair – LABELED with your name.
- Bring your own hat to the park until the new ones are delivered.
- Once again, here’s the entry procedure for arrival at the park.
- Please enter the dome via the Pavilion.
- We will check everyone’s temperature with a no-touch thermometer
- Nobody with a temp above 100 degrees will be admitted
- If you haven’t signed a Liability Waiver, be sure to ask for one at the Pavilion
- If you’re a new player, be sure to say hi to Doc Hartshorn, John Hovde or Bruce Torgerson. They’ll get you introduced around and go over our rules.
- If you, or anyone in your family or other regular contacts have any flu-like symptoms or a COVID-19 diagnosis in the past two weeks, please be considerate of everyone and don’t come to the ballpark.
- If you get ill between game days, please let any of the board members know as soon as possible.
A Gift from Mike
Mike Marrinan attended a softball training session and wants to share what he learned! Here's a note, followed by a YouTube link that could help us all become better hitters! Thanks, Mike!
"I was invited to a Senior Softball Hitting Clinic hosted by Alan Tanner in Florida.
Alan is an elite Major plus softball player and a great ambassador of our game.
He posted this Video back in December of 2018. It's about an hour long.
I learned a lot and it is a lot to absorb. My hope is that anyone that watches this video can pick up something that makes them a better player."
- Mike Marrinan
Click here or on the Photo to see the video!
"I was invited to a Senior Softball Hitting Clinic hosted by Alan Tanner in Florida.
Alan is an elite Major plus softball player and a great ambassador of our game.
He posted this Video back in December of 2018. It's about an hour long.
I learned a lot and it is a lot to absorb. My hope is that anyone that watches this video can pick up something that makes them a better player."
- Mike Marrinan
Click here or on the Photo to see the video!
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Important Links
Northwoods Division Summer Rules are Here...
National Division Summer Rules are Here...
Manager's Resources & Notes are Here
Did You Just Find Us? Or Forget to Sign-up? You Can Register and Join the League Anytime
General Summer Registration Information is available here
Want to know how we Operate? Go here!
The Registration Form is right here!
Our Liability Waiver is here. (required before participating...also available at the park.)
Northwoods Division Summer Rules are Here...
National Division Summer Rules are Here...
Manager's Resources & Notes are Here
Did You Just Find Us? Or Forget to Sign-up? You Can Register and Join the League Anytime
General Summer Registration Information is available here
Want to know how we Operate? Go here!
The Registration Form is right here!
Our Liability Waiver is here. (required before participating...also available at the park.)
A couple of classics from the West Metro archives.
It's a new year, but we've got no new material. So we reached into the video vault to relive a couple of gems from years gone by. Enjoy!
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Domeball Moments 2014-2015. This was our first compilation video from the Holy Angels Star Dome, filmed between Dec. 2014 and March 2015. Our poster boy is our very own Bob Lundegaard, former Star Tribune movie critic and close personal friend of movie titans, the Coen Brothers.
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Recorded Dec 22, 2016, "West Metro Confidential" features many of our most entertaining players talking about some of their favorite moments from senior softball. The interviews were conducted at the VFW in Richfield where we would celebrate the holidays and the end of the year.
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Double your pleasure with two slow motion videos! |
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Recorded at the Stardome on Jan. 17, 2019. Shot and edited by Gary Bingner of Quasimodo Advertising and Hold Tight Video.
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Shot Dec. 20, 2018 at the Stardome.
High-speed softball action, slowed down for your viewing pleasure. |
A music video for all you winners out there. |
Talkin' Senior Softball, Dec. 2017. |
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Get the New Year off to a winning start with this music video shot at the Holy Angels Dome in Richfield. (Music: Game Winner by Vulfpeck)
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At our end-of-year VFW lunch, we chatted with a few enthusiastic players about what they love about West Metro Senior Softball. This video also includes some footage of the recently departed Gary Reagen.
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The Weather Stone
Click The Stone for Current Weather & Forecasts
We're in Domeball Season!
It takes a LOT to slow us down during Domeball season. In fact, nobody remembers a time we've called it off because of weather. But if this section suddenly pops to the top of the page,
IT'S TIME FOR A WEATHER ALERT!!
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